Ax

The slang term “ax” is a variant of the word “ask,” commonly used in African American Vernacular English (AAVE). It is pronounced as “aks” and is used as a verb to mean “inquire” or “request information.”

In AAVE, the pronunciation of certain words may differ from Standard English, and “ask” becomes “ax.” It has become a recognized linguistic feature, mainly associated with African American communities. The use of “ax” as a variant of “ask” demonstrates the rich diversity and complexity of language.

Example 1: Can I ax you a question about the assignment?
Example 2: I need to ax my mom if I can go to the party tonight.